Aji Pineapple Pepper Seeds (Capsicum baccatum)

Bright Yellow Peppers with Fruity Flavor

Bring a bright, fruity kick to your garden and kitchen with Aji Pineapple pepper seeds. This Capsicum baccatum variety produces elongated fruits about 2–3 inches long that ripen to yellow. With heat around 20,000 Scoville Heat Units, these peppers offer a lively balance of fruitiness and spice for fresh salsas, sauces, and cooked dishes.

Variety Highlights

• Variety: Aji Pineapple
• Species: Capsicum baccatum
• Ripe fruit color: yellow
• Typical fruit length: 2–3 inches
• Approximate heat: 20,000 SHU; heat can vary with growing conditions
• Suitable for garden beds or large containers

Seed Starting

Sow seeds indoors about 1/4 inch deep in a well-draining seed-starting mix. Keep the soil warm and evenly moist, not saturated. Gentle bottom heat can help maintain warmth during germination. Provide bright light after seedlings emerge and allow good air circulation.

Planting and Care

• Gradually acclimate seedlings to outdoor conditions before transplanting. Wait until frost danger has passed and the soil has warmed.
• Choose a sunny location with fertile, well-drained soil. Work compost into the planting area.
• For container growing, use a pot of at least 5 gallons with drainage holes.
• Water the soil regularly during hot or dry weather, avoiding waterlogged roots.
• Mulch around the plants to help conserve moisture, keeping mulch away from the stems.
• Apply fertilizer according to the product label and support plants if needed as fruit develops.

Harvest and Kitchen Use

Harvest when fruits have reached their mature yellow color. Cut peppers from the plant with clean garden scissors rather than pulling them. Pick ripe peppers regularly as they develop.

Add small amounts to salsa, hot sauce, marinades, or cooked dishes, then adjust to taste. Use fresh peppers promptly or dry or freeze them for later use.

Hot Pepper Handling

Wear gloves when cutting peppers and avoid touching your eyes or face. Wash hands and utensils thoroughly after handling. Keep peppers and seeds away from children and pets.

Package Options

Select your preferred seed quantity from the available size options. This listing is for seeds, not live plants or harvested peppers.